The GSBA Impact Awards celebrate businesses, non-profits, and community leaders making a meaningful difference across Washington State. Join us on Feb 26 for an evening of recognition, connection, and community as we honor this year’s nominees.
GSBA is the largest LGBTQ+ and allied chamber of commerce in North America, proudly serving Washington State since 1981. We connect small businesses, nonprofits, and corporations committed to equity, inclusion, and economic opportunity. When you join GSBA, you join a statewide community that champions LGBTQ+ business, offers exclusive marketing and networking opportunities, and advocates at every level of government. From our Ready for Business grants to personalized support and spotlight features, we help members grow and stay visible. We're also building the future through the GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund, which has helped nearly 600 LGBTQ+ scholars access higher education.
Join GSBA and Jen Carl for a Capitol Hill safety webinar featuring Dr. Amy Barden, Chief of Seattle’s CARE (Community Assisted Response & Engagement) Department. We’ll break down how Seattle routes 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls, when CARE community crisis responders are deployed, and what this evolving model means for neighborhood safety and effective response.
Meet The CARES TeamGSBA is partnering with SeattleFWC26 to offer Inclusion Training workshops that support small businesses with actionable guidance on allyship, gender inclusion, and LGBTQ+ cultural competency—helping teams feel prepared, confident, and welcoming during the world cup. Hosted in the GSBA office.
RSVP FREEJoin us at Blu Dot Seattle for an early evening of conversation, connection, and great food. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting new ones, Hill Talk is designed to feel easy, welcoming, and genuinely human.
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"GSBA has always supported me, my community, and my business, but when the pandemic struck I realized the true value of the organization. GSBA helped me navigate supportive small business programs when I needed them and helped me launch my pandemic pivot: Bite Society. Through connections with major customers and venues, Bite Society took off and rolling with the support of GSBA. They are always my first call when I need help with my business."
Lendy Hensley, Owner, Bite Society
businesses supported through consulting on labor standards, LGBTQ+ cultural competency, and financial relief
small businesses assisted with cash grants and loan/grant applications
people reached about the importance of LGBTQ+ people and small businesses participating in the U.S. Census
Many GSBA members are hiring! See what positions are available.
